For those going through the kidney transplant process, potentially free if you qualify otherwise $50/night. Offered through the Kidney Foundation. Applications are made through transplant social workers at VGH, St. Paul’s Hospital and BC Children’s Hospital.
2 suites available. Ask your heart transplant social worker or contact via the email available on their site. $1000/night or what you can afford.
A home for those going through the liver transplant process; part of New Chelsea Gardens. $50/night.
Offering burn and trauma survivors, fire fighters, and their loved ones accommodations in Vancouver. With 8 short-term suites, a communal kitchen, a living area and a patio, this beautiful space in the heart of Main Street allows guests to focus on recovery and connecting with others rather than the logistics of their stay. Guests are asked to contribute $25 per night for their stay.
Providing a free, temporary home away from home for Canadian Forces and Emergency Services personnel. 11 private rooms available.
73 rooms for families traveling with pediatric patients. Building a second with 75 rooms.
The hospice provides care for children and families with life-threatening illnesses, offering inpatient services with 24-hour nursing care and physician coverage. They accept referrals from healthcare providers and family members, and the services are available at no cost to families. For more information, you can visit their official website or contact them directly. (6 patient beds, 4 family suites.)
32 double-occupancy bedrooms available for oncology patients. Caregiver may stay with patient.
The Aboriginal Patients' Lodge offers a variety of suites located on East 8th Avenue.
Extended Stays in the Neighborhood
Contact me at jp@housingishealthcare.ca and I will connect you with what's available!
Vincent's Suites (has 3)
Renfrew Heights
(5km from Vancouver General)
1 bdrm 1 bath: $2300/month
2 bdrm 1 bath: $3500/month
2 bdrm 2 bath: $4500/month
Kate's Basement Suite
Mount Pleasant neighborhood
1 bedroom, private entrance
$2000 per month
Lynn's Suite
2 bedroom;
Mount Pleasant Neighborhood
$2500/month
Jane and Chris'
Not available right now.
David's Basement Suite
1 bdrm:$2800/month
near VGH
CIBC Places to Stay List
Furnished unit in an apartment building designed for longer term stays.
Furnished unit in an apartment building designed for longer term stays.
*This is where I stayed wiighly recommend if you can afford it. Good location, clean, modern, private. Furnished unit in an environment that feels like a hotel. Can stay for 1 night to however many months needed.
Housing for the medical community; shows listings, register to contact landlords.
Furnished rentals near VGH. Many patients have stayed here, mainly due to its close proximity to VGH.
Can type in "Mount Pleasant" or "Downtown Vancouver" into search field and find furnished listings move-in ready. Can be expensive and can have minimum length of stay.
49-rooms, 1st floor is completely accessible. $100/night, can stay for 1 night or multiple months. Kitchenette in every room, private, near hospitals. Caregivers may stay without patient as well.
A non-profit Mennonite run home for patients and their families undergoing treatment in Vancouver. Suggested $75/night donation.